Roger F. Fisher, M.S.
Manager, Workforce and Community Partnerships - Workforce Trades at Prairie State College- Claim this Profile
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Brittany Thomas
Working with Roger has been an exceptional experience. He is diligent, amazing with communication, and extremely dependable. I worked with Roger to coordinate hiring events and find qualified candidates for security positions within my company. Any team would be very fortunate to have him!
Linda K Coble - MBA
Mr. Roger Fisher is extremely organized and he demonstrates strong managerial skills. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills. My business interaction with Mr. Fisher has always been professional and pleasant. He is a team player who can work independently and he works diligently towards completing the project at hand. He takes initiative to go beyond the expected parameters of his role. I would strongly recommend Mr. Fisher for any opportunity that he is considered for or may apply to. Having him on any project or role will assure a positive outcome.
LinkedIn User
Roger was an integral part of my network that I relied on to collaborate with in order to develop meaningful and measurable initiatives to build a pipeline of qualified, motivated and prepared candidates eager to enter the workforce. Roger's wealth of knowledge and conscientious communication style made him a "go to" person within my network. What impressed me most about Roger is his deeply caring heart toward the community paired with his desire to create lasting relationships. I look forward to our next opportunity to collaborate!
Brittany Thomas
Working with Roger has been an exceptional experience. He is diligent, amazing with communication, and extremely dependable. I worked with Roger to coordinate hiring events and find qualified candidates for security positions within my company. Any team would be very fortunate to have him!
Linda K Coble - MBA
Mr. Roger Fisher is extremely organized and he demonstrates strong managerial skills. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills. My business interaction with Mr. Fisher has always been professional and pleasant. He is a team player who can work independently and he works diligently towards completing the project at hand. He takes initiative to go beyond the expected parameters of his role. I would strongly recommend Mr. Fisher for any opportunity that he is considered for or may apply to. Having him on any project or role will assure a positive outcome.
LinkedIn User
Roger was an integral part of my network that I relied on to collaborate with in order to develop meaningful and measurable initiatives to build a pipeline of qualified, motivated and prepared candidates eager to enter the workforce. Roger's wealth of knowledge and conscientious communication style made him a "go to" person within my network. What impressed me most about Roger is his deeply caring heart toward the community paired with his desire to create lasting relationships. I look forward to our next opportunity to collaborate!
Brittany Thomas
Working with Roger has been an exceptional experience. He is diligent, amazing with communication, and extremely dependable. I worked with Roger to coordinate hiring events and find qualified candidates for security positions within my company. Any team would be very fortunate to have him!
Linda K Coble - MBA
Mr. Roger Fisher is extremely organized and he demonstrates strong managerial skills. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills. My business interaction with Mr. Fisher has always been professional and pleasant. He is a team player who can work independently and he works diligently towards completing the project at hand. He takes initiative to go beyond the expected parameters of his role. I would strongly recommend Mr. Fisher for any opportunity that he is considered for or may apply to. Having him on any project or role will assure a positive outcome.
LinkedIn User
Roger was an integral part of my network that I relied on to collaborate with in order to develop meaningful and measurable initiatives to build a pipeline of qualified, motivated and prepared candidates eager to enter the workforce. Roger's wealth of knowledge and conscientious communication style made him a "go to" person within my network. What impressed me most about Roger is his deeply caring heart toward the community paired with his desire to create lasting relationships. I look forward to our next opportunity to collaborate!
Brittany Thomas
Working with Roger has been an exceptional experience. He is diligent, amazing with communication, and extremely dependable. I worked with Roger to coordinate hiring events and find qualified candidates for security positions within my company. Any team would be very fortunate to have him!
Linda K Coble - MBA
Mr. Roger Fisher is extremely organized and he demonstrates strong managerial skills. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills. My business interaction with Mr. Fisher has always been professional and pleasant. He is a team player who can work independently and he works diligently towards completing the project at hand. He takes initiative to go beyond the expected parameters of his role. I would strongly recommend Mr. Fisher for any opportunity that he is considered for or may apply to. Having him on any project or role will assure a positive outcome.
LinkedIn User
Roger was an integral part of my network that I relied on to collaborate with in order to develop meaningful and measurable initiatives to build a pipeline of qualified, motivated and prepared candidates eager to enter the workforce. Roger's wealth of knowledge and conscientious communication style made him a "go to" person within my network. What impressed me most about Roger is his deeply caring heart toward the community paired with his desire to create lasting relationships. I look forward to our next opportunity to collaborate!
Credentials
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A Crash Course for the First-Time Manager or Supervisor
Pryor Learning | Fred Pryor Seminars | CareerTrackFeb, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Project Manager (CPM)
Management & Training CorporationSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Managing Programs and Projects with Project Server 2013
Management & Training CorporationSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Being an Effective Team Member
LinkedInApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Finding Your Purpose at Work
LinkedInApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Leading at a Distance
LinkedInApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Productivity Tips: Finding Your Productive Mindset
LinkedInApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed K-12 Science and Physical Education Substitute Teacher
Illinois State Board of EducationJun, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Prairie State College
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Manager, Workforce and Community Partnerships - Workforce Trades
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Jan 2022 - Present
Provides overall leadership for workforce development and community engagement opportunities to include the development, management, and implementation of corporate training/business solutions and workforce development programming to include the expansion and implementation of customized services that meet strategic opportunities. Oversees the programmatic operations for corporate training and workforce development, ensuring the successful development and implementation of training programs and initiatives for students and businesses that are sustainable and have the potential to generate revenue. Works directly with the Executive Director, Workforce Development and Community Education, to manage services and uphold the College mission. - Assesses community needs and recommends programs to meet identified areas of demand; oversees contract and corporate training and maintains linkages with the academic divisions. - Oversees the planning and coordinating of non-credit courses, customized training, vocational certificates, conferences, and workshops in the following business sectors: TDL (Transportation, Distribution and Logistics); Supply Chain Management; Manufacturing and Industrial Technology – or -- Healthcare, Business, Education, and Government that includes career training; adult personal enrichment; humanities; popular culture; issues of local, national and international concern; and programming for senior adults, youth and other groups. - Identifies business opportunities by identifying prospects, calling on prospects, developing relationships and recommending and implementing revenue-generating solutions, and/or establishing partnerships to develop and expand community engagement. - Coordinates the creation of customized and standardized workforce development training programs for private and public entities, agencies, and community college consortiums.
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Joliet Job Corps Ctr
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Director, Outreach Admissions & Career Transition Services
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Jun 2021 - Oct 2021
Led on-boarding enrollment and admissions team for at-risk young adults and prepared academic and career technical training courses for employment, college admissions, military deployment, advanced training, and apprenticeship opportunities. Staffed and operated scale-up assets for career placement.- Spearheaded fast-track admissions and career transition effort that fully integrated demonstration-scale admissions conversion and graduation facility. Completed within 44% of the original 38% estimate and performed in the top 10% of execution in the Midwest Region.- Led evaluation of staff performance, provided staff training, and implemented organizational and personnel changes as approved by the center director that led to an unprecedented 84% increase in job retention and promotions.- Officiated compliance audits with established budgets, purchase limitations, and general contract limitations.- Facilitated case management meetings, and career and personal counseling services to assist at-risk students to address personal barriers to progress in academic and career technical training programs.
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Workforce Development Manager
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Mar 2020 - Oct 2021
Led workforce development efforts with elected officials, local businesses, community organizations, state funding agencies, and higher education institutions to increase the talent pipeline of skilled young adults in the healthcare, construction, transportation, culinary arts, and business administration sectors. - Launched initial experimental plan for national strategic partnerships. Worked in conjunction with elected officials and media consultants creating experimental plans with clear metrics and measures.- Developed, fostered, and maintained 200+ business and community linkages that promoted the company, its mission, activities, student accomplishments, and successes. - Directed and maintained assigned career transition department of 10 staff members for the program year 2020 to 2021 with an average of 83% employment placement rate for the 200+ young adults that enrolled to graduating from the program during the pandemic.
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Career Transition Manager
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Mar 2020 - Jun 2021
• Taught professional growth and development classes, in person and virtually such as: “Social Economic Development” “Interviewing 101” and “LinkedIn” workshops to the seniors.• Fostered interagency relationships with hiring managers, recruiters, media consultants, and career developers. Increased internship database pool with at least 6 new partnerships in the first three months of this role.• Ensured that at least 10 students enrolled at the Joliet Job Corps Center each semester through our College Education Program.• Proudly served as a Mentor to over 10 students.• Provided interdepartment quality assurance and corporate compliance training where needed.
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Center Standards Investigations Supervisor
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Nov 2019 - Mar 2020
Lead Enforcer for implementing student body-specific operational procedures; made critical decisions on case-related activities; provided school and vocational after-hours supervisory coverage; drove to various locations throughout the state to attend meetings and conferences.- Facilitated a culture that brought the negative student incident rate down by 65% within a five-month period by instilling integrity, learning, and an employability atmosphere that promoted open and candid discussions regarding ethics and compliance concerns.- Investigated, planned, supervised, reviewed, and coordinated the activities of a team of site public safety officials engaged in conducting student abuse/threat investigations; provided technical direction and guidance on student abuse/threat investigations. - Lead weekly trainings with staff to discuss specific incident reports, monitoring progress in meeting procedural timeframes; established and implemented a system for ensuring behavioral health staffing of reports; explained, monitored, and enforced compliance with the provisions of all applicable Department of Labor state or federal laws and company rules and procedures.
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Career Transition Readiness Instructor
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Jul 2019 - Nov 2019
• Assisted each tenured Grad-90 student to feel welcome and to acclimate to the transition out of the program through structured activities in compliance with the Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook and Strategix requirements.• Facilitated the Job Corps CTR curriculum over the course of several weeks to ensure each student researches labor market information and participates in career exploration and career planning to select a suitable career pathway.• Focused on assisting each student to put into action the employability skills necessary for job success through instruction in Job Corps Career Success Standards competencies.• Tailored facilitation to each student by using a variety of instructional approaches in recognition of students’ diverse learning styles.• Assisted students in adopting the testing skills and coping with test anxiety they have accomplished in transition once they have met all requirements of the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and other tests.• Collaborate with other members of the student’s support team, including the counselor, vocational manager, disability coordinator, and instructional staff to provide wrap-around services for student success.• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Job Corps information systems including case notes, attendance, career transition plans, and student evaluation forms.• Model and provide instruction in the use of information technology as a critical component of workplace success.• Contribute ideas to improve the CTR curriculum and acclimation activities and conduct periodic student surveys to ensure ongoing quality services.• Utilize information systems and handle student data in strict adherence to Job Corps and Strategix policies to protect students' personally identifiable information (PII) and reduce network security threats.
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National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
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Health, Wellness & Fitness
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100 - 200 Employee
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Independent Contractor - Strength and Conditioning Coach
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Jan 2000 - Nov 2019
• Designed, implemented, conducted, and monitored strength and conditioning programs for multiple corporate wellness businesses, high school, collegiate, cardiac rehabilitation, and Olympic sports.• Spearheaded student-athlete rehabilitation with sports medicine.• Planning, development and conducting of all in-season and off-season conditioning sessions. • Coordinate all strategy related to strength and conditioning. • Work in conjunction with high school and college athletic administration and all sport coaches.
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WILL COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 92
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Paraeducator
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Oct 2014 - Jul 2019
Led Individualized Education Program (IEP) and hands-on assessments with students in self-contained special education classrooms. - Facilitated classroom course work in science and physical education for grades 6-8.- Provided substitute teaching in English and Liberal Arts for grades 1-4. Led Individualized Education Program (IEP) and hands-on assessments with students in self-contained special education classrooms. - Facilitated classroom course work in science and physical education for grades 6-8.- Provided substitute teaching in English and Liberal Arts for grades 1-4.
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Rasmussen University
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Program Manager
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May 2017 - Oct 2018
Spearheaded advising, leadership, mentoring, and hands-on support to promote academic and degree completion opportunities for students enrolled in the college.- Coached students with their initial adjustment to university academic life, social development, and interpreted institutions’ policies and requirements.- Nurtured relationships, through various communication channels, with students, parents, high school counselors, transfer college registrars, professors, and administrators providing academic advice and counsel relative to the recruitment, admissions, and student services support processes.
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Herzing University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Admissions Manager
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Jan 2015 - May 2017
Facilitated the building and maintenance of undergraduate and graduate-level degree courses with admissions staff connected with the students and families.- Led and developed educational and recruitment-focused presentations to new students online and organized opportunities for staff to present as well.- Spearheaded in taking ownership over creating a strong pipeline for adult learners and corporate partner programs and developing programming and initiatives to support the experience of the students in the programs in collaboration with a College Success and Career Services Advisor.
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University of Phoenix
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Faculty Instructor
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Jan 2010 - Dec 2014
• Taught several undergraduate classes in Medical Terminology, Structure and Function of The Human Body, and Medical Law and Ethics along with clinical labs for these courses.• Integrated technology into classroom instruction for a well-rounded and modern approach.• Collaborated with faculty members in designing curriculum for departmental courses. • Taught several undergraduate classes in Medical Terminology, Structure and Function of The Human Body, and Medical Law and Ethics along with clinical labs for these courses.• Integrated technology into classroom instruction for a well-rounded and modern approach.• Collaborated with faculty members in designing curriculum for departmental courses.
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Career Education Corporation
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Admissions Manager
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Feb 2012 - Jun 2014
• Co-Managed with the Campus Director of Admissions in the onboard training of new hires and coaching to specific performance management behaviors/metrics to ensure successful, military and graduate admissions advisors, and new teams’ development.• Assisted the department in coordinating faculty curriculum development and instruction.• Upheld an accurate fundamental knowledge of all programs available, Institutional and programmatic accreditation, affiliation, general learning outcomes, typical career opportunities, and industry outlook.• Worked directly with academics, faculty, financial aid and career services to achieve quarterly quota.
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RyMed Technologies, LLC
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical Operations Manager
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Aug 2007 - Dec 2009
• Coordinated clinical trials focused on disorders such as blood and infectious diseases for hospitals in the Great Lakes region.• Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.• Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.• Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures.• Managed and directed fiscal operations, including planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, accounting, establishing service rates and coordinating financial reporting.
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Franciscan Alliance, Inc.
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Clinical Exercise Physiologist
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May 2003 - Aug 2007
• Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.• Collected and documented patient vital signs and monitored telemetry.• Developed and implemented personalized fitness and therapeutic programs.• Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals. • Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.• Collected and documented patient vital signs and monitored telemetry.• Developed and implemented personalized fitness and therapeutic programs.• Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
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Education
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2001 - 2003
University of Illinois at Chicago
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Exercise Physiology -
1994 - 1999
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
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